KATSEYE is turning the summer of 2026 into a three-part event, and it starts on the big screen. The global girl group's first feature film, "KATSEYE: WILD HEARTS," lands in cinemas worldwide two days before its new EP arrives.
KATSEYE: WILD HEARTS — Release Date, Runtime, and Who Made It
"KATSEYE: WILD HEARTS" is KATSEYE's first feature film, opening as a limited worldwide theatrical event beginning August 12, 2026. Distribution is handled by Trafalgar Releasing, the specialist distributor known for event cinema and music films. Because it is a limited global engagement, screenings begin on August 12 but exact dates and participating theaters vary by region.
Fandango lists the film's runtime at approximately 1 hour 20 minutes. It is directed by Nadia Hallgren, whose previous credit is the Michelle Obama documentary "Becoming," and produced by Interscope Films and Boardwalk Pictures in partnership with HYBE x Geffen Records, per Billboard. The team is the same one behind Netflix's "Pop Star Academy."
The cinema date is not a coincidence. The film arrives two days before KATSEYE's third EP, "WILD," drops on August 14, 2026 via HYBE x Geffen — positioning the theatrical run as the opening move of a coordinated August rollout rather than a standalone documentary release.
What's Actually in the Film — Dream Academy to Arena
"KATSEYE: WILD HEARTS" is a feature-length music film built around the relationship between the group and its fanbase, not a standard behind-the-scenes reel. It weaves never-before-seen footage together with EYEKON (fan) videos and candid interviews, tracing the group's path from the Dream Academy competition through viral, chart-topping breakthroughs and the setbacks along the way . Fandango lists the runtime at roughly 1 hour 20 minutes .
The fandom bond runs as a core narrative thread. Rather than treating EYEKON footage as a bonus segment, the film frames the fan community as part of the story itself, alongside candid interviews with members Megan, Lara, Sophia, Daniela, and Yoonchae . Those interviews map the arc from the pressure of the Dream Academy selection process to the group's rise, covering the highs, sacrifices, and breakthrough moments on the way to a global audience.
The pedigree reinforces the documentary framing. The film comes from the same creative team behind Netflix's "Pop Star Academy," is produced by Interscope Films and Boardwalk Pictures with HYBE x Geffen, and is directed by Nadia Hallgren, who also directed the Michelle Obama documentary "Becoming" . That continuity makes "WILD HEARTS" a direct extension of a journey audiences have already watched unfold.
One detail fans flagged: a promotional still reportedly shows all six members, including Manon Bannerman, who has been on hiatus from the group since February 2026 . The official announcement did not address her role in the film, leaving her involvement an open question heading into release. Distributor Trafalgar Releasing has framed the theatrical run around that fan connection — EVP Kymberli Frueh said the company is "excited to bring the fandom together in theaters around the world" .
How to Buy Tickets and Find Screenings Near You
Tickets for KATSEYE: WILD HEARTS went on sale July 15, 2026, and there is no single unified checkout. Fans buy through the official film site, katseyewildheartsfilm.com, or directly through participating exhibitors — Fandango, AMC Theatres, and Cinemark. The official site currently routes visitors to sign up for updates and check those partner chains rather than selling seats itself .
No centralized, city-by-city schedule has been published. Because this is a limited engagement handled globally by Trafalgar Releasing, the specialist behind most event-cinema music releases, the practical step is to enter a ZIP code or city name on each platform to surface participating theaters and showtimes near you.
| Where to buy | How to find your screening |
|---|---|
| katseyewildheartsfilm.com | Sign up for updates; routes to partner chains |
| Fandango | Search by ZIP / city for showtimes |
| AMC Theatres | Enter location to list participating AMC sites |
| Cinemark | Enter location to list participating Cinemark sites |
One caveat worth checking before you plan a night out: screenings begin worldwide on August 12, 2026, but exact regional launch dates and the roster of participating theaters vary from market to market — not every country goes live simultaneously, and some cities may not appear until closer to release . If your local listing is empty at first search, it is worth checking each platform again as showtimes populate. The distributor has framed the theatrical run squarely around fan turnout, with Trafalgar EVP Kymberli Frueh pointing to the goal of gathering EYEKONS in cinemas globally rather than a staggered digital drop .
August 12, August 14, September 1 — The Full Rollout Laid Out
KATSEYE's late-summer schedule runs on a tight three-date sequence: the film first, the EP two days later, and the tour just over two weeks after that. Each release feeds the next, giving fans a clear map of what lands when. Here is how the cycle unfolds:
- August 12, 2026 — KATSEYE: WILD HEARTS opens as a limited worldwide cinema event distributed by Trafalgar Releasing .
- August 14, 2026 — the group's third EP, WILD, arrives via HYBE x Geffen Records, 48 hours after the film reaches theaters .
- September 1, 2026 — THE WILDWORLD TOUR opens at 3Arena in Dublin, Ireland, reported as a sold-out global arena run .
KATSEYE enters this cycle as a two-time GRAMMY-nominated act assembled through HYBE x Geffen's Dream Academy project . Compressing a feature film, an EP, and a tour launch into a roughly three-week window makes this the group's largest coordinated promotional push so far, with each leg reinforcing the others rather than standing alone.
The practical takeaway: mark August 12 for the theatrical window, August 14 for the WILD EP, and September 1 for the tour opener in Dublin. With screenings limited and tour dates reported as sold out, the film is the most widely accessible entry point of the three — and the one with the shortest booking runway.
Last updated: 2026-07-12.
Frequently asked questions
When does KATSEYE: WILD HEARTS release in cinemas?
KATSEYE: WILD HEARTS opens in cinemas worldwide on August 12, 2026, as a limited theatrical engagement distributed by Trafalgar Releasing . That places the film two days ahead of the group's third EP, WILD, which arrives August 14, 2026 via HYBE x Geffen Records .
Where can I buy KATSEYE: WILD HEARTS tickets?
Tickets went on sale July 15, 2026, and can be bought through Fandango, AMC Theatres, Cinemark, or the official film site at katseyewildheartsfilm.com . There is no single unified checkout; the official site directs fans to participating theater chains . Enter a ZIP code or city on Fandango, AMC, or Cinemark to find local showtimes.
How long is KATSEYE: WILD HEARTS?
The film runs approximately 1 hour 20 minutes, according to the Fandango listing . It is directed by Nadia Hallgren, who also directed the Michelle Obama documentary Becoming, and is produced by Interscope Films and Boardwalk Pictures in partnership with HYBE x Geffen .
Is KATSEYE: WILD HEARTS showing outside the US?
Yes. It is a worldwide event cinema release, with screenings beginning globally on August 12, 2026, though participating theaters and exact dates vary from region to region . No comprehensive city-by-city list was published in the announcement, so fans outside the US should check local ticketing platforms or katseyewildheartsfilm.com for availability near them.
Is Manon in the KATSEYE: WILD HEARTS movie?
A still from the film reportedly shows all six members, including Manon Bannerman, who has been on hiatus from the group since February 2026 . However, the official announcement did not clarify her specific role in the film, and the interviews highlighted feature members Megan, Lara, Sophia, Daniela and Yoonchae .
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